Lodra - Mansa, Gandhinagar
Lodra is a village situated in the Mansa taluka of Gandhinagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mansa and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Gandhinagar. Lodra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lodra is 511210. The village covers a total geographical area of 1147.61 hectares and falls under the 382835 pincode. Mansa is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Lodra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mansa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahesana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lodra
As per Census 2011, Lodra village has a total population of 7,723 people, consisting of 4,031 males and 3,692 females. The village has 1,711 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 715 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,101 literate and 1,622 illiterate residents. Additionally, 457 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lodra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,723 | 4,031 | 3,692 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 715 | 385 | 330 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 457 | 238 | 219 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 6,101 | 3,390 | 2,711 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,622 | 641 | 981 |
Nearby Villages of Lodra
Lodra is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Lodra
Lodra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mansa to Lodra is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gandhinagar to Lodra is about 29 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lodra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lodra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lodra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lodra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lodra
Where is Lodra located?
Lodra village is located in Mansa Taluka, Gandhinagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lodra?
Lodra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lodra?
The pincode of Lodra is 382835.
What is the population of Lodra?
Lodra has a total population of 7,723, including 4,031 males and 3,692 females.
How many households are there in Lodra?
There are 1,711 households in Lodra.
What is the literacy rate in Lodra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lodra is 79.00%. Male literacy is 84.10% and female literacy is 73.43%.